Los Angeles Indecent Exposure Attorney

Indecent Exposure Lawyer in Los Angeles

People who have been charged with indecent exposure commonly find themselves in the bewildering position of facing criminal prosecution for what they believed to be an innocent action. Simply being nude in public is not prohibited by law in California, but if you are accused of willfully and lewdly exposing yourself nude in public for the purpose of annoying, offending or exciting others to vicious or lewd thoughts or acts, you can be charged with this sex crime. This crime is open to some interpretation on the part of witnesses, law enforcement officers and the judge, and defending yourself successfully will likely depend on working with a Los Angeles sex crime lawyer who is capable of effectively arguing for your innocence.

In order to prove that you are guilty of indecent exposure, it will be necessary for the prosecution to establish with full certainty that you were intending to offend those around you or that you were engaged in the action in order to arouse or gratify yourself or others sexually. Simply being unclothed, such as to change into a swimming suit, does not necessarily constitute indecent exposure. It is vital to avoid a conviction for indecent exposure, because in addition to criminal penalties such as jail time, fines and probation, you will also be subjected to 290 registration, meaning that you will be registered as a sex offender for the rest of your life.

Sex Crime Attorney in Los Angeles

The legal team at Okabe & Haushalter has experience defending individuals who have been charged with sex crimes, and if you face accusations of indecent exposure we can help you fight the case. Many individuals in your position underestimate the severity of the crime, and as a result they find themselves convicted, whereas with careful preparation and effective action they could have gotten the case dropped. We will consult with you about your situation and help you get started on a defense strategy as soon as you come to our office.

Contact a Los Angeles sex crime lawyer who can advise you of the best ways to fight charges of indecent exposure and help you get started on a plan of action.